
Training
Over the past decade, training has become a priority for security and corrections officers. At the CTS Training Institute (CTSTI), preparedness is promoted before critical scenarios unfold. CTSTI offers training programs that combine product tools with knowledge and techniques, preparing officers for various situations and helping agencies manage risks.
Among the training programs is the less-lethal instructor certification course, a 3-day program that teaches the safe use of these products. Additionally, PENN ARMS offers courses on the maintenance of 37MM and 40MM less-lethal launchers.
We are booking classes for December 2025 into 2026
Course Offerings


Penn Arms Armorer’s Course

Field Force Grenadier Course

Ballistic Breaching OPERATOR ONLY Class

Ballistic Breaching Instructor Certification Course

3 Day Less-Lethal Instructor Certification Program (ICP)
Training Schedule
As a requirement of their instructor-level training, students must actively engage in the specific exercises of the course they are signing up for. For these lessons to be effective and for the students to pass the courses, they must be in good physical shape. In some of these courses, students may be exposed to chemical agents. It is the responsibility of students with medical issues that have to limit their participation to get medical clearance from their doctor before enrolling. Conditions such as high blood pressure, heart issues, lung issues, including bronchitis and asthma, or allergies are among those that call for such a visit.
CTSTI is not responsible for those students who do not seek medical consultation before participating in the course. Those unable to do the exercises cannot finish the instructor level course. It’s the student’s responsibility to ensure they are physically capable of meeting the course requirements.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive certification as a Combined Systems Instructor, enabling them to provide instruction to end users within their department. The certification remains valid for four years from the date of completion.
Start Date | End Date | Course | Hosted by | Location | Course details | Status |
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May 14, 2025 | May 16, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Pittsburgh Bureau of Police | Pittsburgh, PA | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 4/30/2025 |
May 19, 2025 | May 21, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Deschutes County Sheriff Office | Bend, OR | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 4/21/2025 |
June 3, 2025 | June 5, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Sharon Police Dept. | Sharon, PA | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 5/20/2025 |
June 3, 2025 | June 5, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Westchester County Police Dept. | Valhalla, NY | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 5/20/2025 |
June 10, 2025 | June 12, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Blacksburg Police Dept. | Blacksburg, VA | Click here to see course details | Registration Open Until 5/13/2025 |
June 10, 2025 | June 12, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Meridian Police Dept. | Meridian, ID | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 5/27/2025 |
June 10, 2025 | June 12, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Rockingham County DOC | Brentwood, NH | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 5/27/2025 |
June 17, 2025 | June 19, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Pasco County Sheriff Office | Spring Hill, FL | Click here to see course details | Registration Open Until 5/20/2025 |
June 20, 2025 | June 20, 2025 | Penn Arms Armorers | Castle Rock Police Department | Castle Rock, CO | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 5/23/2025 |
June 24, 2025 | June 26, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Southern Regional Public Safety Institute | Camp Shelby, MS | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 6/10/2025 |
June 26, 2025 | June 27, 2025 | Ballistic Breaching | Central Delco Tactical Response Team | Sharon Hill, PA | Click here to see course details | Registration Open Until 5/29/2025 |
July 1, 2025 | July 1, 2025 | Penn Arms Armorers | Hanover County Sheriff Office | Hanover, VA | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 6/17/2025 |
July 15, 2025 | July 17, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Perry County Sheriff Office | Perryville, MO | Click here to see course details | Registration Open Until 6/17/2025 |
July 21, 2025 | July 23, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Waukesha County Sheriff Office | Waukesha, WI | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 7/7/2025 |
July 22, 2025 | July 24, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Kinston Police Dept. | Kinston, NC | Click here to see course details | Registration Open Until 6/24/2025 |
July 22, 2025 | July 24, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Speedway Police Dept. | Speedway, IN | Click here to see course details | Registration Open Until 6/24/2025 |
July 22, 2025 | July 24, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Chandler Police Dept. | Chandler, AZ | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 6/24/2025 |
July 24, 2025 | July 24, 2025 | Penn Arms Armorers | Waukesha County Sheriff Office | Waukesha, WI | Click here to see course details | Registration Open Until 6/26/2025 |
July 28, 2025 | July 30, 2025 | 3-Day Less Lethal ICP | Walworth County Sheriff Office | Elkhorn, WI | Click here to see course details | CLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 7/14/2025 |
July 31, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | Penn Arms Armorers | Walworth County Sheriff Office | Elkhorn, WI | Click here to see course details | Registration Open Until 7/3/2025 |